Marmon Utility LLC
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings - which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway - you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
At Marmon Electrical, we power a bright future for millions of people around the world. From homes to industries that shape lives, we deliver solutions that keep people connected and energized - and it all starts with you. We’re doing things that matter. Our electrical engineering solutions impact millions worldwide through safe and dependable energy supply. We deliver electrical solutions from the ocean depths to outer space. As part of Marmon, you’re helping keep millions worldwide healthy, connected and safe.
At Marmon Utility, we Power for Life. We create advanced technologies that shield and protect the electrical grid - helping it stand strong against disruptions and supporting a smarter, safer future. Our operators create the power cable and insulator products that keep electricity flowing - reliably, safely, and every day. Through our trusted Hendrix and Kerite brands, we’ve built more than 200 years of combined expertise in strengthening the electric grid.
We’re growing and hiring operators in Milford, NH, Amherst, NH, and Seymour, CT. If you want a stable job in an essential industry where your hands-on skills make a real impact, we’d love to have you on our team.
Position Summary:
The Controller is a hands-on financial leader responsible for the integrity of Marmon Utility's accounting, financial reporting, internal control, compliance, and related finance processes across three facilities in NH and CT. The role leads the accounting organization, establishes consistent financial practices and controls, and partners cross-functionally to support sound business decisions, operational performance, working-capital management, and continuous improvement. The Controller partners with the Director of Finance and business leaders to support sound financial decision-making, continuous improvement, and consistent accounting practices, and compliance across the organization.
Why Join Us?
- Health Benefits effective day one (Life, Health, Dental, Vision)
- Holiday pay effective day one
- Vacation and Personal Time Off (prorated & accrued)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount Program
- Six Sigma & Lean Training
- Learning & Development Training
Essential Job Functions:
Financial Reporting & Accounting
- Provide oversight of the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and financial reporting processes, including review of financial results, significant or unusual accounting matters, financial statements, and parent-company reporting requirements.
- Ensure financial records and reporting are complete, accurate, timely, and maintained in accordance with applicable accounting standards, corporate policies, and internal control requirements.
- Provide oversight of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, fixed assets, payroll-related accounting, inventory accounting, and other general accounting activities, ensuring appropriate controls, policies, and processes are maintained.
- Oversee manufacturing and cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costs, manufacturing variances, reserves, excess and obsolete inventory considerations, and related margin analysis.
- Ensure appropriate inventory controls are maintained, including physical inventory observations, cycle counts, reconciliations, and timely investigation and resolution of significant inventory discrepancies across site locations.
- Oversee the accounting and financial-control aspects of capital expenditures, including appropriate accounting treatment, project tracking, capitalization, and project closeout.
- Support the Director of Finance with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, other FP&A activities, and ad hoc requests as needed.
Controls, Compliance & Risk
- Establish, document, maintain, and continuously improve an effective internal control environment, including appropriate segregation of duties and standardized control execution across locations.
- Oversee and maintain appropriate approval controls within AP automation and payment processes, including approval authorities, segregation of duties, and compliance with corporate policies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Marmon financial policies, procedures, standards, accounting requirements, tax requirements, and other finance-related regulatory obligations.
- Own and oversee business-unit compliance activities related to corporate policies and SPIs, including contract review and Legal coordination, intermediary compliance, competitive bidding requirements, and other assigned corporate compliance programs; ensure appropriate review, approvals, documentation, and escalation of exceptions.
- Lead preparation for and coordination of internal and external audits; manage responses, corrective actions, and timely remediation of findings and control observations.
- Identify, assess, and escalate significant financial, accounting, fraud, credit, operational, and compliance risks, partnering with appropriate functional leaders on mitigation.
- Ensure finance policies, procedures, work instructions, and supporting documentation are maintained to promote consistency, compliance, audit readiness, and business continuity.
- Coordinate tax matters with Marmon Tax and third-party service providers, as appropriate.
Working Capital & Commercial Finance
- Provide oversight of receivables, collections, customer credit, payables, and other working-capital activities, including monitoring key risks and performance indicators.
- Provide financial review and oversight of significant customer credit exposures and exceptions in accordance with established credit policies and approval requirements.
- Support financial controls and governance over pricing and margin-related processes, including adherence to established approval requirements, documentation standards, and monitoring procedures.
- Partner with Sales, Product Management, and Finance leadership on financial aspects of pricing, margin performance, customer credit exposure, commercial terms, and significant business transactions.
Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Drive standardization and continuous improvement of accounting, close, reporting, and control processes across business locations.
- Champion appropriate use of ERP functionality, reporting tools, automation, data analytics, and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, visibility, and control.
- Partner with IT and process owners to maintain financial data integrity and support effective finance systems, access controls, implementations, and enhancements.
- Promote scalable processes, clear ownership, effective cross-training, and reduction of unnecessary manual effort.
Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead and develop the Accounting and related Finance team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and priorities.
- Build organizational capability through development planning, cross-training, succession planning, knowledge sharing, and effective workload allocation.
- Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, and continuous-improvement culture while maintaining strong standards for accuracy, compliance, and execution.
- Promote effective cross-functional relationships and consistent practices across Marmon Utility locations.
Requirements & Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
Experience
- 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 3+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience, with demonstrated ability to develop and lead effective teams.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, audit practices, and manufacturing/cost accounting.
- Experience with inventory accounting, working capital, process improvement, and multi-functional financial operations.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP and financial reporting systems and advanced spreadsheet/data-analysis capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across Finance and operational functions.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- This position requires to be fully in office in Milford, NH (Not Remote)
- Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment with regular use of a computer and other standard office equipment.
- This role requires occasional work within a manufacturing environment to support inventory counts, fixed asset activities, audits, and other accounting responsibilities.
- May require occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, or lifting associated with accounting activities.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when entering designated manufacturing or warehouse areas.
- Occasional extended hours may be required during month-end close, audits, or other business-critical periods.
- Up to 25% travel is required to provide on-site support at all facilities.
Competencies:
- Business Acumen
- Building Partnerships
- Communication
- Guiding Team Success
- Driving for Results
- Facilitating Change
- Adaptability
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the Company reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed on this job description) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.